The average train between Gelsenkirchen and Bielefeld takes 1h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Gelsenkirchen and Bielefeld. The earliest departure is at 12:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Gelsenkirchen is at 5:27 PM which arrives into Bielefeld at 6:38 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gelsenkirchen station and arriving at Bielefeld station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.
Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld train services, operated by FlixTrain GmbH, depart from Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld train services, operated by FlixTrain GmbH, arrive at Bielefeld Hbf station.
Book your Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld train tickets online with FlixTrain GmbH and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Bielefeld is 114.1 km. The road distance is 128 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €24–50 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Two other operators also service this route.